Para Educator - Special Education Newport High School
Listed on 2026-07-20
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Education / Teaching
Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional, Special Education Assistant
Para Educator - Special Education Newport High School
Newport High School — Newport, New Hampshire
Job Details- Job : 5827871
- Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
- Posted: Jul 12, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
- Starting Date: Aug 18, 2026
Make a Meaningful Impact Everyday:
Join Us as a Special Education Paraprofessional II!
Position: Special Education Paraprofessional II
Schedule: 6.8 hours per day, 5 days per week, 197 days per year (includes paid holidays)
Reports To: Special Education Teacher / Student Services Building Coordinator
About the Role: We are looking for an encouraging, collaborative, and dedicated Special Education Paraprofessional II to join our school family. You will work under the guidance and supervision of our Special Education Teachers to provide vital assistance to students ranging from 3 to 22 years of age. You may be assigned to a single student or a small group, delivering basic, developmentally appropriate instruction tailored to their IEPs.
Your presence will be a cornerstone of their daily success.
Your Everyday Impact:
- Empower Student Learning:
Guide children individually or in small groups through reading, writing, math, and vital life skills. - Foster a Supportive Environment:
Use a variety of teaching strategies, behavior management techniques, and instruction styles tailored to different learning needs and developmental stages. - Collaborate for Success:
Work as a core member of a classroom team, using strong communication and problem-solving skills to support student activities. - Tech-Savvy Support:
Utilize office software, educational tools, student databases, and assistive learning technologies. - Maintain Trust & Confidentiality:
Protect student information and adhere to confidentiality requirements in a student services environment.
What You Bring to Our Classrooms:
Education & Licensure:
- Certification:
Must hold or be eligible for New Hampshire Para educator II certification.
Skills & Knowledge:
- Proven Experience:
Background working with children in a professional or school setting. - Foundational Knowledge:
Solid baseline skills in reading, writing, mathematics, and educational professionalism. - Developmental Insight:
Understanding of child developmental stages (birth to age 22), different learning styles, family influences, and factors affecting development. - Heart & Professionalism:
Sensitivity to student needs, knowledge of applicable educational laws and safeguards, and the ability to safely assist students with disabilities. - Adaptability:
Flexible schedule, strong organizational skills, and a warm, service-oriented approach to education.
Why Join Us?
If you are looking for a schedule aligned with the school year, a collaborative team, and a role where you can help students achieve meaningful milestones, we would love to welcome you aboard.
Position Type: Full-time
Job Categories: Instructional Support >
Paraprofessional / IA
- High School/Trade School degree preferred.
- Citizenship, residency or work visa required
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